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Senior Services News
September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month
Falls are not a normal part of aging, yet they remain one of the leading causes of injury among older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in four adults age 65 and older falls each year, and even a minor fall can affect...
Celebrating Neighboring Week: September 27 – October 3
by Danielle Maguire, RDN, Nutrition Program Director There is something special about knowing the people who live nearby. Whether it's a friendly wave, checking in after a storm, or sharing a conversation over coffee, being a good neighbor helps create a stronger,...
Mental Health Is an Important Part of Healthy Aging
by Amanda Wallace, LMSW, Partners in Change: Psychological & Community Services, PLC When most of us think about our health, we tend to focus on doctor appointments, medications, bloodwork, and other aspects of our physical well-being. While these are certainly...
Compassionate Counseling Close to Home
Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. Through a partnership between Senior Services and Partners in Change, older adults have access to professional counseling in a welcoming, familiar setting. Counseling can help with grief,...
Care Coordination Corner: Do Not Wait to Ask for Help
By Julie Randolph, Information and Access Care Coordination Manager The greatest experience of serving older adults is seeing lives enhanced when individuals engage in programs, services, resources, or the guidance and support of a Care Coordinator. We see barriers to...
See the Difference Seasons Can Make: Planning After a Dementia Diagnosis
By Amy Sheridan, Seasons Program Director A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, making it difficult to think beyond the immediate challenges. However, planning for the future as early as possible can give individuals a voice in important decisions and provide...
September Volunteer of the Month
Our September Volunteer of the Month is Bob Cowger! Since 2014, Bob has been making a difference at the Greendale Activity and Dining Center, where he volunteers with monthly blood pressure checks. After beginning as a Friendly Visitor, Bob found the blood pressure...
Your Vote Helps Keep Midland County Connected
Communities are often defined by how they care for their people. Since 1986, the Midland County Senior Millage has helped older adults remain safe, healthy, and independent. On Tuesday, August 4, Midland County voters will have the opportunity to renew this important...
Care Coordination Corner: Prevent Medicare Fraud
By Julie Randolph, Information and Access Care Coordination Manager Michigan’s Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a statewide program to assist and empower Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report health care fraud, errors,...
